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Closed: Jul 8, 4:00 AM EST
Kalshi
This market tracks the lowest temperature recorded in Las Vegas on July 7, 2026. The outcome will be determined by the official National Weather Service Climatological Report (Daily) for that date, with resolution based on which temperature range the recorded minimum falls into.
Resolution is determined by the minimum temperature recorded at Las Vegas on July 7, 2026, according to the National Weather Service's Climatological Report (Daily), accessible via the Las Vegas, NV location on the NWS website. The official data source is the NWS Climatological Report rather than preliminary reports or third-party weather services. Temperature measurements may be subject to rounding and conversion nuances in preliminary NWS data, so traders should verify against the final official report. The minimum temperature will fall into one of six defined ranges, each corresponding to a specific outcome.
Prediction market odds often diverge from traditional meteorological forecasts because they reflect real-money incentives and crowd wisdom rather than a single model's output. While weather analysts rely on physics-based simulations and historical patterns, traders in this market incorporate a broader range of signals—including long-range climate data, seasonal anomalies, and consensus from multiple forecasting sources. Over time, prediction markets have proven competitive with or superior to expert forecasts for weather events, particularly when traders have access to updated information and face financial consequences for inaccuracy.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order-book mechanism where traders buy and sell shares corresponding to different temperature ranges or outcomes. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The price of each outcome reflects the probability that traders collectively assign to it—higher prices mean higher perceived likelihood. As new weather forecasts, seasonal data, or real-time conditions emerge, traders adjust their bids and asks, causing prices to move dynamically. This real-time price discovery process ensures the market continuously incorporates the latest available information.
This market resolves around Jul 8, 2026, once July 7, 2026 has passed and the lowest temperature for that day in Las Vegas can be verified. The outcome is confirmed against credible public sources that record official weather data for the region. Traders who correctly predicted the temperature range or threshold will receive their payouts based on how the final verified low compares to the market's outcome criteria. Resolution typically occurs within hours or a day after the event concludes.
Several factors could shift prices in this market significantly. Updated seasonal forecasts, changes in El Niño or La Niña patterns, and long-range climate models will influence trader expectations. Major weather pattern shifts—such as an unexpected cold front or heat dome—could trigger sharp repricing. Additionally, historical anomalies for early July in Las Vegas, shifts in solar activity predictions, or changes to atmospheric circulation patterns may prompt traders to adjust their positions. Real-time weather updates closer to July 2026 will likely drive the most dramatic price movements as uncertainty narrows.